RCU Forums - Search Results
RCU Forums

Go Back  RCU Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Community
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2
Search: Posts Made By: thom25
Showing results 1 to 25 of 44
Search took 0.65 seconds.
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
05-10-2017, 01:34 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

Congratulations Redball! Great looking Simla....

Congratulations Redball! Great looking Simla. Nice to see one flying on a .60. I fly mine at our club's field in northwest Indiana (midwestsundowners.com). Not really too far from Naperville. We...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
12-03-2016, 04:01 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

Still flying mine. Simla #4

Still flying mine. Simla #4
Forum: Kit Building
11-19-2014, 03:14 PM
Replies: 3,197
Views: 363,978
Posted By thom25

Lazer- Works can cut you an UltraSport 1000. ...

Lazer- Works can cut you an UltraSport 1000.
http://lazer-works.com/rcm.html
Forum: Kit Building
08-23-2013, 05:28 PM
Replies: 3,197
Views: 363,978
Posted By thom25

I use Spring Air retracts with 3/16" wire struts...

I use Spring Air retracts with 3/16" wire struts and fly from a grass field ... no problems unless I make too hard of a landing and bend the struts. If I do make a hard landing I check retraction...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
05-14-2013, 06:11 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Hey Marty,
How about some pictures? When you have your Simla flying come on over to the Midwest Sundowners field in Wheeler In. and we can fly them together. Elkhart is not that far away.
...
Forum: Kit Building
12-30-2012, 06:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,532
Posted By thom25

RE: Martin Fallandy Gull wing (pic info)

a70
I have built this plane twice. The canopy is built of balsa. Hollow it out to light it then paint it blue like in the magazine photo. I built two versions. One with the aileron and flap...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
12-18-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Hi Duane,
I sealed all hinge gaps with clear Monokote. My Simla flies very nicely with the following control throws:
Aileron up/down 0.375" measured at the wing root
Elevator up/down ...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
11-06-2012, 05:55 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Bill, can you figure the total weight of the fiberglass and paint finish you used on your Simla to compare with other modes of finish like silk and dope and Monokote.
Thom
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
11-04-2012, 06:55 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Hey Richard and Bill,
Did either of you two fly your Simla yet?
Thom
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
09-29-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Bill,
Even if your plane was 15#s it will fly very nicely! Can't wait to hear about your first flight and see some pictures. If you get some spare time could you figure how much the...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
09-27-2012, 06:43 AM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Duane,
I am still flying mine. What a plane! At our club's recent big bird fly-in the Simla was a big hit. Many questions about it. Several people wanted to know where to get one. I...
Forum: Kit Building
09-26-2012, 04:56 AM
Replies: 3,197
Views: 363,978
Posted By thom25

RE: *** Ultra Sport Brotherhood ***

Kap,
My US60 with OS-.75AX,APC 14X8, Spring air main gear retracts with 3/16" struts, weighs 8.125#. I can fly straight up until I pull the throttle back! A larger engine may give more power...
Forum: Kit Building
09-23-2012, 04:59 PM
Replies: 3,197
Views: 363,978
Posted By thom25

RE: *** Ultra Sport Brotherhood ***

Hi KaP2011 ,
I have an US60.(See post #1819 and 1822) I am running an OS .75AX with an APC 14X8 prop, Omega 15%. Lots of speed and vertical. Try it you will like it.
Thom
Forum: Kit Building
08-27-2012, 04:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,812
Posted By thom25

RE: Northeast Aerodynamics Belair 40 bipe

I built a Bel Air .60 two years ago. It is a great biplane, flies very much like my Aeromaster.
Forum: Kit Building
08-25-2012, 05:48 PM
Replies: 3,197
Views: 363,978
Posted By thom25

RE: *** Ultra Sport Brotherhood ***

Robert,
Thanks I am in.
Ultra Sport Brotherhood #138
Forum: Kit Building
08-25-2012, 06:08 AM
Replies: 3,197
Views: 363,978
Posted By thom25

RE: *** Ultra Sport Brotherhood ***

Sorry,
Yes I did build the model, I did the covering. I don't own any ARF's. I currently have ten planes that I built flyable, like an Aeromaster, a Simla, Bel Air .60 bipe, Robin Hood .25, Big...
Forum: Kit Building
08-24-2012, 11:54 AM
Replies: 3,197
Views: 363,978
Posted By thom25

RE: *** Ultra Sport Brotherhood ***

Hello Robert,
My US60 is white on the bottom except for the red AMA number on the port wing. I believe white with a dark color gives the best contrast and visibility against most skies. I used...
Forum: Kit Building
08-24-2012, 04:19 AM
Replies: 3,197
Views: 363,978
Posted By thom25

RE: *** Ultra Sport Brotherhood ***

Hello everyone,
Just found this thread. I have been flying a US60 I built for two years. Mine is powered by the OS .75AX and uses Spring Air retracts. I love how it flies!
Thom
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
08-20-2012, 04:30 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Hey Duane,
I saw your article in the recent Model Aviation. Where can a guy get plans and a short kit for the Daddy Rabbit V?
Thom
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
07-25-2012, 02:20 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Has anyone modeled the Simla for the RealFlight R/C simulator yet? It would be fun to fly it on the computer as well, especially as it is over 100 out today. There we could see how it flies with...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
07-08-2012, 04:49 AM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Hey Bill,
Glad to hear you are still at it. I hope you can get it finished soon so you can enjoy flying it. How about posting the weights before and after glassing/painting so we can compare...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
05-17-2012, 04:55 AM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Duane,
I get many compliments. A few people have asked if it is a Taurus. I keep a xerox copy of your article to show to people. Since I am close to Calumet City, IL there are a few old...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
05-16-2012, 04:04 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Richard,
Re-consider using the side hatch. After you are done painting it can be covered with a small piece Monokote... no one will see it when it's flying. As far as the stab/elevator, Glue...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
05-13-2012, 02:15 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Hi Duane,
I just got back from flying the Simla again. That makes over 25 flights so far. On my Simla I sealed all control surface hinge lines with clear Monokote. Today we had 20-25mph...
Forum: Classic RC Pattern Flying
04-10-2012, 04:30 PM
Replies: 916
Views: 115,985
Posted By thom25

RE: SIMLA BUILD THREAD

Duane,
The kit comes with 3/16" mains and 5/32" nose gear. The 3/16"mains are fine. The 5/32" nose gear was too flexible, it would tuck under on take offs and landings. The 3/16" nose gear I...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 44
 
Page 1 of 2
1
2


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.